A flat board with a clip at the top for holding papers in place. It is used for writing while standing or moving around.
Formed from "clip" and "board" in English, naming exactly what it is: a board with a clip. It became common with the spread of office and field paperwork.
A clipboard is a tiny, portable desk that lets you bring "office" into the hallway, the field, or the factory floor. The image of someone with a clipboard is so strong that it signals "official checking" even in cartoons.
Complete word intelligence in one call. Free tier — 50 lookups/day.